# blackbaud (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover blackbaud. Page: Feed: --- ## [Donor Perspectives on AI, Trust, and Transparency](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=cwifuv2k0u) _2026-08-12 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ In this episode of The ENGAGE Podcast, host Kate Averett Anderson and Blackbaud research scientist Dr. Laurene Currie discuss new research from the Blackbaud Institute regarding how donors perceive and interact with artificial intelligence. The research reveals significant generational divides: Millennials and Gen Z are more comfortable with AI, viewing transparency as a signal of authenticity,… [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/594be18a0cdd4e6d09a43cc30110ec6c3e6ea3ef.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNTE0NTI1OTIsIm1kIjo3MDguMTkyLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjE1MDQyNiwiYiI6IjU5NGJlMThhMGNkZDRlNmQwOWE0M2NjMzAxMTBlYzZjM2U2ZWEzZWYiLCJtYiI6MzA1MzIsIm9iIjoxNDQwMDgwLjk5NDk4NDQxMX0%3D--d82e4994c34eae791c061dc19d8f51312a68ab2739f78ae871eef62a44fd7808) ## [From Transactional Giving to True Partnership with CECP](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=dmrpxl0lx5) _2026-07-21 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ Sally Ehrenfried is joined by Kate Stobbe, Chief Executive for Corporate Purpose (CECP), to discuss how corporate responsibility and corporate giving are evolving, what pressures CSR leaders are navigating, and how companies and nonprofits can build stronger partnerships that create measurable impact for communities and the business. [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/bb6817606e737fba5877ecbab7f0c53ce7462364.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNTA0MDgzNTIsIm1kIjoxNjA0Ljc0LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjEzNTI0NCwiYiI6ImJiNjgxNzYwNmU3MzdmYmE1ODc3ZWNiYWI3ZjBjNTNjZTc0NjIzNjQiLCJtYiI6MTY5NDcsIm9iIjoxNDQwMDM2LjIzMDE2ODEyNjh9--9bbfd501343d21ab4d57e97e65c4f2a132893ee94110f4a40524847a44d93b2a) ## [What You Need to Know to Bridge the AI Effectiveness Gap](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=hs93kuwl8q) _2026-06-24 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ AI adoption in the social impact sector has surged—but results are still uneven. In this episode of ENGAGE, Kate Averett Anderson, Research and Publications Lead at the Blackbaud Institute, breaks down new research on what it actually takes to turn AI experimentation into measurable impact. Drawing on a survey of nearly 1,400 professionals and more than 1,000 donors, she unpacks the growing divide… [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/a22f5bbf98a80648677d21eafd8b7125b9210ed2.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDk1NzQ0NTMsIm1kIjo1NTMuNzUyLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjEyMzM5NywiYiI6ImEyMmY1YmJmOThhODA2NDg2NzdkMjFlYWZkOGI3MTI1YjkyMTBlZDIiLCJtYiI6NjAxNDMsIm9iIjoxNDQwMTE0LjIwMjc0NzgwMDZ9--2c4e37560c83ae8f769c7d2476fa32dcc9d322b2f060c9be4506a280aee9c60a) ## [Volunteer Culture by Design: Systems, Storytelling, and Appreciation](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=uc58wtahwz) _2026-05-14 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ In this episode of The ENGAGE Podcast, Christine Newman is joined by David Lapp of Blessings of Hope and Martin O'Neill from Rosterfy to discuss the critical role of volunteers in nonprofit organizations. Discover proven strategies for volunteer engagement, recognition, and retention, and learn how organizations can create a thriving volunteer culture that drives lasting community impact. [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/1a1a417fcd69beeed46ee3ae9fc7230d0961341c.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDc4NDQ1NTYsIm1kIjoxNzM3LjAxLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjEwMzMzMCwiYiI6IjFhMWE0MTdmY2Q2OWJlZWVkNDZlZTNhZTlmYzcyMzBkMDk2MTM0MWMiLCJtYiI6MzkwNTAsIm9iIjo5NjAwMTUuNjQ3NTc4MzA5OX0%3D--08448ad98378658716363dd4203cda45fdaaa2a0b375c353d0956d605102a9f3) ## [Best Practices in Disaster Philanthropy](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=jhsddp780l) _2026-04-27 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ Stephanie Walker, Vice President of Talent Acquisition and Inclusion at Blackbaud, sits down with Patty McIlreavy, President & CEO of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), for an insightful conversation about the evolving landscape of disaster philanthropy, the importance of equitable recovery, and practical steps foundations can take to maximize their impact. Guest Spotlight: Patty… [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/da9c692d36362729469c6d171b3c764bebcf79fd.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDcwNjM0OTEsIm1kIjoxMDA0LjkyLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjA5MjgwMSwiYiI6ImRhOWM2OTJkMzYzNjI3Mjk0NjljNmQxNzFiM2M3NjRiZWJjZjc5ZmQiLCJtYiI6Mzc1ODUsIm9iIjo5NjAwMzUuMDQ3NTY1OTc1NX0%3D--c898800166372cc2b28860395aa679f84025ec3208c421020988b1d6b05e20f2) ## [Why Foundations Should Engage in Advocacy](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=yex55lc7w7) _2026-04-10 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ Sally Ehrenfried is joined by three South Carolina foundation leaders—Susan DeVenny, Arras Foundation, Katy Smith, Greater Good Greenville, and Molly Talbot-Metz, Mary Black Foundation—to reflect on their experience at Foundations on the Hill and share practical, nonpartisan ways philanthropy leaders can build relationships with policymakers to strengthen their communities. [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/b134a265f345f071b0bc307bb825fb4ff37f998b.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDY0MTg2MjMsIm1kIjoxMzE0LjUyLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjA4NjM2NCwiYiI6ImIxMzRhMjY1ZjM0NWYwNzFiMGJjMzA3YmI4MjVmYjRmZjM3Zjk5OGIiLCJtYiI6MzUxNjksIm9iIjo5NjAwMjkuMjEyMTgzOTE1MX0%3D--be744f93cbe6f690cacfed272d2df4c68ae174697f704f5abe8f10b1f1c7a00a) ## [The Final Mile: End-of-Year Fundraising](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=xsf2fll3gu) _2025-12-23 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ As the year draws to a close, nonprofits and organizations everywhere are putting the finishing touches on their fundraising strategies. Amy Vavra and Jessica Thrift share practical advice, proven tactics, and fresh ideas to help you maximize your impact in these final weeks. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just getting started, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/8efec8411e4917d0b1c2d8f5d01cc3594b4c7bba.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDI0MTAwODksIm1kIjoxMTcwLjI1LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjAyNzY5MywiYiI6IjhlZmVjODQxMWU0OTE3ZDBiMWMyZDhmNWQwMWNjMzU5NGI0YzdiYmEiLCJtYiI6MzMwMzksIm9iIjo5NjAwMjkuMjc1Nzk1NzcwMX0%3D--b38c25b23d4a34ab918cb45cf119344082b1c327df250a76e20efd7ea053c655) ## [GivingTuesday Momentum: Fuel Fundraising All Year Long](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=xdplljsn31) _2025-11-17 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ GivingTuesday isn’t just a giving day—it’s a catalyst to transform your individual giving year-round. Are you making the most of it? Woodrow Rosenbaum, Chief Data Officer of GivingTuesday, and Carrie Cobb, Chief Data and AI Officer of Blackbaud, discuss the collaborative, special report from the Blackbaud Institute and GivingTuesday. They dive deep into new data and strategies, like: 💡 How Gen Z… [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/515b9d7d56152f4b121b93e2a785379f98039355.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxNDA3OTc4MjcsIm1kIjoxNTU0Ljg1LCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MjAwODI2NiwiYiI6IjUxNWI5ZDdkNTYxNTJmNGIxMjFiOTNlMmE3ODUzNzlmOTgwMzkzNTUiLCJtYiI6MzExODEsIm9iIjo5NjAwMjIuNTM1OTM1OTQyNH0%3D--f0b74715dd38e7de0e8224a04a198b051358e38c3456b7e9c3dd04ad2a9f506e) ## [The Rise of Donor-Advised Funds](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=o1eut1wndx) _2025-10-08 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/a7e36f486d367c4c58732fb785604a289e7a0aaa.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMzkzNDI3MjgsIm1kIjoxMjY1LjYxLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MTk4OTIzNywiYiI6ImE3ZTM2ZjQ4NmQzNjdjNGM1ODczMmZiNzg1NjA0YTI4OWU3YTBhYWEiLCJtYiI6Mjc3ODcsIm9iIjo5NjAwMzYuOTc4MjE2MDM4Mn0%3D--98ddf4d58771b11bff7af134217cf9cd6e2b29fb754fafb25a11a435c7e6d291) ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BORO5V6v8Xmu) _2025-10-08 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Fair, Transparent, Inclusive: The Pillars of Responsible AI](https://blog.blackbaud.com/?wchannelid=dk8mqqw1wi&wmediaid=wu3xzvyip4) _2025-09-24 · The ENGAGE Podcast_ In this podcast, Carrie Cobb, chief data and AI officer at Blackbaud and one of DataIQ’s 100 Most Influential People in Data, sits down fora powerful conversation on the foundational principles of responsible AI. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in the daily operations of social impact organizations, Carrie shares how fairness, transparency, and inclusiveness must guide every step of AI… [Listen](https://podcast.wistia.com/deliveries/8327306ee2dfe50a771db46ce61014410d55ffec.mp3?d=eyJtIjoxMzg3OTQyNTksIm1kIjoxNjY2LjkyLCJhIjoid2lzdGlhLXByb2R1Y3Rpb25fMTg5NzUiLCJjIjo5OTM0NiwiZSI6MTk4MTE1OCwiYiI6IjgzMjczMDZlZTJkZmU1MGE3NzFkYjQ2Y2U2MTAxNDQxMGQ1NWZmZWMiLCJtYiI6MjI4NjcsIm9iIjo5NjAwMTguMzIxMjE1MTc1M30%3D--9612f845769e767f0c234ecd788e40e19887e3da490e17d6d8dc208826d44f83)